Chris Kaman: (Back) Out Thursday

Kaman won't take the court Thursday against the Suns due to pain in his lower back.

Analysis:

Kaman's absence opens the door for Meyers Leonard to act as the primary big man off the Blazers' bench, but Thomas Robinson should also pick up a bit of run. With a back-to-back set on tap Saturday (in Dallas) and Sunday (at Houston), Kaman could receive additional rest in the week leading up to the All-Star break.